STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Worshipful Company of Tobacco Pipe Makers & Tobacco Blenders is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming community.
Our aim is simple: everyone should feel welcome, valued and able to play a full part in the life of the Company.
We value and respect everyone who is part of our Company and everyone with whom we interact. We do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, race, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, educational background or disability.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all members to participate fully in the life of the Company and to progress within it.
We want our events and activities to be accessible, inclusive and enjoyable for all. We will take all reasonable steps to ensure that members and guests are able to participate fully.
We value the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that our members bring to the Company. We encourage open and respectful discussion and seek to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to contribute and be heard.
Inclusive terminology
References to "Master", “Liveryman”, “Freeman” and other traditional Company titles or descriptions throughout our website, publications and documents are intended to be inclusive of all genders, unless the context specifically indicates otherwise. These terms reflect the historic terminology of the Livery movement and do not imply any distinction based on gender.